Tom Johnson had knee replacement surgery six weeks ago at Kaiser Permanente Medical Center in Anaheim and he’s doing great. After four years of using a walker to get around on his ailing left knee, he’s now pain-free and can walk unassisted–though  when Tom leaves the house he chooses to use a cane only as security until he gets used to walking long distances on his own.

Yesterday Tom ended six weeks of physical therapy, so Monday he and his wife, Kay, are heading back home to Lake Havasu. Once there he plans to exercise by swimming in his heated pool and riding his stationary bike in front of the TV while watching his favorite teams play.

13 years ago Tom had his right knee replaced, but his post-operative therapy was difficult, which was one reason he delayed having left knee replacement surgery. This time, however, his recovery time was quicker and easier, plus he lost weight thanks to a low-carb diet.

Tom said he can’t wait to do some of the things he’s been missing out on the past four years. Here’s a post-surgery photo of Tom walking along the Dana Point shoreline.

Tom Johnson after knee replacement surgery